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Upon hearing Ivyst’s inquiry, she whispered, “I just heard that there’s been a last-minute change to the order of the honor ceremony. Originally, Captain Xiya and the others, who should have been after us, have been moved ahead of us.”

At these words, a hint of anger flashed in everyone’s eyes.

Managing a level-0 Sealed Object outbreak and jointly killing a Fifth Rank Legendary Demon—these two incidents were incomparably different in difficulty.

These damned people not only erased Lynn’s significant contributions but were also trying to weaken the glory that rightfully belonged to them.

This was… utterly detestable!

Upon hearing this, Ivyst slowly raised her eyes to look around.

In the Council Hall, beneath the bronze giant, on the high platform stood a middle-aged man with a crown, dignified and majestic, holding the Holy Wand and emanated a subtle golden radiance that involuntarily made one yearn to submit, like a miracle.

He was the most supreme being of the Empire, Saint Laurent VI Calderon.

And besides him, several high-powered attendants stood behind Saint Laurent VI.

Although not many in number, any one of them could shake the entire Empire, as they were the most influential figures among the movers and shakers!

One of the elderly men, with white hair, was wearing a red cassock embroidered with strange patterns in gold thread and adorned with a variety of gems, appearing both luxurious and sacred.

Sensing Ivyst’s gaze, a hint of a kind smile appeared on his face, and he nodded to her in greeting.

“…”

Ivyst, however, did not give him a friendly look, a trace of coldness flitting through her eyes.

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The sudden adjustment to the order of the military honors ceremony was likely the handiwork of this old geezer.

She was well aware of it.

The man before her was no amicable character.

On the surface, he appeared approachable, but in truth, he was an extremely detestable old fox.

Not only had he prophesied in her youth that she would bring disaster to the whole world, but he was also indirectly responsible for the downfall of the Bartleion family and the stripping of the Divine-given factor from Lynn’s body.

The Cardinal of the Heavenly Principle Church and one of the Seven Imperial Electors, Connor Gregory.

Just for these reasons alone, Ivyst’s faction was in an antagonistic and irreconcilable conflict with him.

“Stay calm.”

After a moment of silence, Ivyst spoke coolly.

Recalling the promise she had made with Lynn, she chose not to get angry but to wait and see how things would unfold.

Moreover, she had forcibly activated the Jump Transition Matrix to fulfill Lynn’s wish, losing a fair amount of power, leaving her somewhat weakened for a short while.

Now was not the best time for action.

Upon hearing this, although the others were dissatisfied, they dared not say anything further and merely sipped their drinks in silence.

To the nobles and members of the Royal Family observing, this dissonance with their surroundings only made the scene more amusing.

However, with Saint Laurent VI speaking on the stage, they didn’t dare to behave inappropriately.

“…And now, I will personally award the military honors to the brave warriors of the Empire, a testament tinged with your blood and glory!”

Saint Laurent VI raised the Holy Wand in his hand and gently tapped the ground.

Accompanied by a surge of invisible power, the crisp sound seemed to materialize into ripples, spreading to the hearts of all present.

The military honors ceremony had officially begun!

Just as everyone thought as much, suddenly, a hurried figure rushed onto the stage from the side.

It was the Court Earl under Saint Laurent VI, his expression grave as he whispered something into the Emperor’s ear.

Upon hearing the message relayed by the Court Earl, the great Emperor’s face, originally majestic and solemn, immediately showed a flash of anger.

“This is preposterous!”

“Notify Adelin to take the Silver Wing Knights to deal with this matter! I want that audacious rebel captured on the spot… no, bring him to the Council Hall! I will interrogate him myself!”

Once the Court Earl took his leave, the ire in Saint Laurent VI’s eyes did not diminish.

A short while later, the authoritative Emperor spoke once more.

And this time, he addressed all the guests.

“Who does this Lynn Bartleion belong to?”

His sharp gaze swept across the audience, his tone icy.